THE types of traditional Welsh recipes that could benefit from the European funding are:

THE types of traditional Welsh recipes that could benefit from the European funding are:

Welsh Beef Stew: What makes this dish distinctive is its ingredients - cider, leeks and bacon.

Wedding Night Pasty: This is made with hot water crust and boiled diced mutton. Traditionally served at wedding breakfasts in the Gower Peninsula. Each wedding guest pays for a slice of pasty and the money is passed to the bride and groom.

Welsh Lamb Pie: This is one of the oldest of all Welsh recipes and is usually made with the first of the new spring lambs.

Meat and Potatoes in the Oven: A dish traditionally from North Wales, which is mainly found on Anglesey. Made with breast of lamb.

Cawl/Broth: Welsh lamb is the main ingredient of this meal, but it also includes turnip, parsnip, shredded lettuce leaves, broad beans and cauliflower.